Routine inspection·December 13, 2024

On 12/13/2024 at 9:36 AM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Oscar Picazo conducted an unannounced Annual Inspection. LPA initially arrived at 8:30 AM but found that Licensee was not home. LPA called and made contact with Licensee on her cell phone. Licensee stated she was at Paradise Valley urgent care. Licensee requested if inspection could be done at a later time. LPA replied that I would could try to swap the PM appointment but there was no guarantee. LPA left the premises and was writing the attempted visit report when Licensee called back and stated she was on her way home. Licensee arrived home approximately at 9:30 AM. LPA met with Licensee, Jessica Salcedo. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility. The purpose of the inspection is to ensure the home is in compliance with the standards established in CCR, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, for Family Child Care Homes. Licensee accompanied LPA on a tour of the inside and outside of the facility. There were no day care children present at the time of the inspection. A total of 2 children are enrolled. Licensee accompanied LPA throughout the inspection of this 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom home. Licensee utilizes the following areas for child care: Daycare room, kitchen, bathroom and front yard. Off limits areas include: 3 bedrooms, Living Room, DIning Room, Garage and backyard. The front yard is used for outdoor activities and Licensee stated total supervision is provided during outdoor play. The fire extinguisher is rated 2-A:10-B:C and is mounted on the wall in the kitchen, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors meet requirements and are operational. Poisons, detergents, cleaning compounds and other hazardous items are locked and made inaccessible. Licensee has children's toys, play equipment and books available. The licensee has a working cell phone. Licensee stated there are no firearms, other weapons or ammunition in the home. A review of staff records on this date indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse clearances. See 809-C Continuation... LPA reviewed children\342\200\231s files. Children\342\200\231s files reviewed were complete and met regulations. Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living in the home, persons who provide care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a licensed Family Child Care Home. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day for a maximum of 5- days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30-days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Licensee\342\200\231s Mandated Reporter AB1207 training expires 12/28/2025. Pediatric CPR and First Aid certifications expire on 05/2026. Licensee owns the home. Proof of ownership (Deed) was viewed and verified during the inspection. Facility roster is maintained and was reviewed. The last fire and disaster drills were conducted and documented on 11/01/2024. LPA observed all required documents were posted. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was reviewed. Licensee stated that she is currently not providing IMS at this time. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP . When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . LPA reviewed the safe sleep regulations with licensee. Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep , as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at: https://www.cpsc.gov/ , and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. On this date, 12/13/2024, the California Attorney General - Megan\342\200\231s Law website (meganslaw.ca.gov) was searched for information on sex offenders required to register with local law enforcement under California's Megan's Law. No registered sex offenders were found at the facility addresses. See 809-C Continuation... Under state law, some registered sex offenders are not subject to public disclosure; therefore, they may not have been included in this search. However, the Department conducts a monthly cross reference of each address on record for all registered sex offenders against all CCLD facility addresses pursuant to information shared by California DOJ. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. Southern California Child Care Advocate information was provided, and applicant was encouraged to subscribe through the CCLD website to be placed on an email list for updated regulation information. Advocate information was provided: (714) 703-2800 or childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov . A copy of this report and notice of site visit (LIC9213) was provided to the Licensee and was advised it must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or tools, please send them by email to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov . For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/process . No deficiencies cited during this inspection. Exit interview conducted and copy of report was provided to licensee, Jessica Salcedo. See 809-C Continuation...